Season 1 Episode 6: Don't Let Toxic People Steal Your Joy
About the Episode
In this empowering episode of the Holiday Survival Podcast, we dive into the complexities of dealing with toxic personalities, particularly narcissistic behaviors during the festive season.
Join Erin Billings in an important conversation with Stacey Sanderson, a registered psychotherapist and expert in narcissism, as they discuss defining toxic relationships, differentiating toxic behaviors from narcissistic traits, handling toxic situations during the holidays, setting boundaries, and finding joy amidst difficult family dynamics.
Key Learnings
Understanding the formal definition of toxic relationships and how to discern toxic behaviors.
Differentiating between toxic individuals and those with narcissistic traits.
Strategies to cope with toxic family dynamics during the holidays, including self-inquiry, setting boundaries, and compassionately detaching.
Recognizing narcissistic behavior patterns and their impact on family gatherings.
Creating an exit plan, relying on safe individuals, and protecting oneself from ‘flying monkey’ attacks in toxic family settings.
About Stacey Sanderson
Stacey Sanderson is a Registered Psychotherapist in private practice, a teacher, leader and author. She is passionate about empowering sensitive people and empaths to heal, set boundaries and regain their power - because the world needs them! Stacey takes a holistic approach in everything she does. When she’s not working, she loves running, cooking, the outdoors and being a spiritual mystic.